Robert. J. Smith, 86, of Hopkins, died Saturday, May 19, 2018. Born August 16, 1931 in Chapin, he was a son of the late Julian G. and Mary Ellisor Smith. Mr. Smith was a member of the Beulah Baptist Church, the Cayce Moose Lodge, and enjoyed auto racing.

Survivors include his daughters, Diane S. Fox (Richard), Sandi L. Smith; grandchildren, Richard Alan Fox, III, Nicole A. Fox; great-grandchildren, Lindsey, Ashley, John Jr., and Haileigh; siblings, William Samuel Smith (Robin), James Smith (Jean), Peggy Dawkins, and Rita Bazen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Melba Cooper Smith; and a daughter, Barbara Black.

A graveside service will be held 12 o'clock, Monday, May 21st, at Smyrna United Methodist Church, 16 Smyrna Road, Elgin, with The Rev. Cameron DeBrew officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the graveside. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.